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Dilip Hiro
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Putin’s diplomatic jugglery: How Kremlin has maintained close ties with arch-enemies Iran and Israel
The Russian president has built influence in the Middle East by balancing diverse interests.
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Why ambitious China and isolated Saudi Arabia have found a common ally in Pakistan
The two countries have stepped in to support Pakistan after the US cut in financial and military aid.
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From climate change to trade and NATO, Donald Trump seems to be uniting the world (against himself)
We’re entering a new world order on the heels of the collapsed American domination of the past three-quarters of a century.
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Trending
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Carnatic music: Violinist L Subramaniam’s new book looks at the 18th-century masters
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View from the Margins: A Dalit Christian explains why he will be voting for change
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Is apple cider vinegar as good for health as it sounds?
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Husna Bai: The tawaif who made Hindustani music a respectable profession for women artists
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Beyond the hype: Why the BJP is eyeing Tamil Nadu’s most prosperous region
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Nuclear deal exit: As EU strives to maintain trade with Iran, will US sanctions have much impact?
The US exit from the Iran nuclear deal has hurt his alliance with EU countries.
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How the need for gas and oil prompted US-friendly Turkey to align with Russia and Iran
Turkey has quickly shifted positions based on immediate geopolitical and economic interests.
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As the Russia-Iran-Turkey alliance expands, the US is reconciled to a lower profile
Qatar has become the alliance’s newest member, thanks to a rash move by the Saudi Crown Prince.
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Video
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Watch: Unbelievable scenes of flooding in Dubai airport, streets, and malls after heavy rain in UAE
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Indian elections: How secure is the EVM-VVPAT process?
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Watch: Footballers of Indian clubs walk out on the pitch with dogs to get them adopted
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Watch: Dogs wag their tails to ‘conduct’ classical music orchestra
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Watch: Glimpses of Indian singer Sid Sriram’s debut performance at Coachella 2024
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Despite a string of failures, a Saudi prince is now an inch away from power, with his father’s help
Muhammad Bin Salman colluded with his father to undermine designated Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Nayef with a series of ill-disguised rebuffs.
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How Saudi Arabia’s aggressive stance on Qatar, Iran and Yemen could shake up West Asia
Qatar’s embrace of freedom of expression and good ties with Shias threatens Saudi Arabia
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Understanding the diplomatic storm in the Gulf in the wake of Trump's West Asia visit
Saudi Arabia, egged on by the US president, targets Iran and resists Qatar’s soft-power approach.
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The Reel
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Watch: ‘The Broken News’ returns for a second season
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ trailer: A teenager bonds with her grandparents during a summer vacation
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‘Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout’ review: A bland cop meets a dull case
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‘Juna Furniture’ trailer: Mahesh Manjrekar directs and stars in film about ageing
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Start the week with a film: In ‘Tokyo Sonata’, the unequal music of an emotionally distant family
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Saudi Arabia plays Trump on Iran to tilt the balance in West Asia
Saudis convince the US president that Iran – not their own fundamentalism – is a bigger danger for the region.
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How the outcome of the Turkish referendum could impact Russia and Turkey’s ties
The fate of the Russian-Turkish honeymoon could be influenced by Erdogan’s performance in the April 16 vote.
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As US takes a backseat, Russia emerges as the new power broker in West Asia
The Kremlin has asserted itself in the Syrian civil war by organising a ceasefire and proposing a constitution.
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The Field
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IPL 2024: Suryakumar, bowlers help Mumbai Indians seal thriller against Punjab Kings
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Cricket: Meg Lanning opens up about struggle with food and exercise that led to her early retirement
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Paris Olympics 2024: Long jumper Sreeshankar Murali ruled out of Games with knee injury
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Badminton: Kento Momota, former world champion, announces international retirement
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Chess, Candidates 2024: Gukesh Dommaraju drops to second after draw against Fabiano Caruana